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Dean Trust Wigan
- Secondary
- Wigan WN5 0DQ
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Based on the inspection date: 17 October 2023
Requires Improvement
| The quality of education | Requires Improvement |
| Behaviour and attitudes | Requires Improvement |
| Personal development | Requires Improvement |
| Leadership and management | Requires Improvement |
| Previous inspection grade | Inadequate |
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Academic Progress: Curriculums not consistently delivered, hindering achievement.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Most pupils meet raised expectations but too many are regularly absent.
Qualifications and Training: New teachers supported to gain expertise.
Current Educational Practices: Building knowledge blocks logically mapped; some gaps in consistent delivery.
Strengths and Challenges: Delivery of curriculum too variable; some methods ineffective.
Opportunities for Involvement: Parents invited for activities like KS4 information evenings.
Communication: Regular involvement through events.
Parent Satisfaction: Parents welcomed to support pupils’ learning at home.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leaders know what needs improvement and are starting to act.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Trust leaders bringing about necessary changes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Clear routines and calm classrooms; significant absence remains.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils feel happy and safe, though some personal development elements are variable.
Extracurricular Offerings: Student leadership team initiated school allotment.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Efforts to balance academics with extracurriculars beginning.
Career Counselling Services: Effective career education programme.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Encourages sensible decisions about the future.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Needs quickly identified, staff informed to adapt curriculum.
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Dean Trust Wigan is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Greater Manchester, North West.
It has 808 students from age 11-16 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 17 : 1.
At this school, 14% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
This school rated Requires Improvement by recent Ofsted inspection.
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Every school in The Dean Trust has embraced the motto "Believe Achieve Succeed."
With record-breaking exam results and positive feedback from Ofsted inspections, we have demonstrated the effectiveness of these words.
With a "no nonsense" approach, Dean Trust Wigan provides a conventional education centred on respect and excellent behaviour.
All parents are important to us, and we always welcome the opportunity to meet with you to talk about your child's education.
All students will be given a challenge so that education is appreciated, cherished, and a crucial component in the formation of their character.
On the foundation of the primary school experience, we will create chances for leadership and growth on a personal level.
a curriculum and extracurricular programme that fits the needs and goals of the students while also being challenging and engaging.
Students will receive the assistance they require to accomplish their objectives.
When our students graduate from Dean Trust Wigan, it is crucial that they all be able to secure a position at a college, with a training provider, or in the workforce.
We have a detailed strategy in place for each of our students.
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With record-breaking exam results and positive feedback from Ofsted inspections, we have demonstrated the effectiveness of these words.
With a "no nonsense" approach, Dean Trust Wigan provides a conventional education centred on respect and excellent behaviour.
All parents are important to us, and we always welcome the opportunity to meet with you to talk about your child's education.
All students will be given a challenge so that education is appreciated, cherished, and a crucial component in the formation of their character.
On the foundation of the primary school experience, we will create chances for leadership and growth on a personal level.
a curriculum and extracurricular programme that fits the needs and goals of the students while also being challenging and engaging.
Students will receive the assistance they require to accomplish their objectives.
When our students graduate from Dean Trust Wigan, it is crucial that they all be able to secure a position at a college, with a training provider, or in the workforce.
We have a detailed strategy in place for each of our students.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary | Secondary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
C+
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B-
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C+
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| Ofset report | Requires Improvement | Good | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 11-16 | 11-16 | 11-16 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 17.3 | 15.1 | 19.9 |
| Proficient Math | - | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 14% | 48% | 21% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.52 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 30.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 14% | 26.43% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 29% | 42.54% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 55% | 21.39% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 6% | 7.04% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 11% | 11.04% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.82 | 2.64 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 80% | 88.18% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 105 | 157 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | 60% | 78% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 46% | 36.14% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 4.55% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | 14% | 27.73% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | 0% | 9.64% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 7% | 5.36% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 13% | 5.05% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -1.51 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 30.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 14% | 30.32% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 35% | 43.93% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 50% | 19.29% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 7% | 9.71% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% | 12.39% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 2.61 | 2.73 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | 89% | 89.59% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | 151 | 150 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | 81% | 83.05% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | 54% | 39.41% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | 0% | 5.32% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | 25% | 28.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | 2% | 10.09% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | 2% | 3.32% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | 7% | 3.27% | 2.13% |
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Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.72 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.3 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 31% 1 | 27.24% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 47% 13 | 44.6% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 14% | 18.56% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 10% 9 | 8.04% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 13% 11 | 12.24% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.32 | 2.69 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 87.37% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 144 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 76.89% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 32.53% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 6.63% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27.32% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 10.37% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.74% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.89% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | -0.64 | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 40.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 32% | 26.36% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 60% | 43.23% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 3% | 16.91% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 1% | 7.5% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 2% | 11.91% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 3.29 | 2.7 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 86.24% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 149 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 65.71% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 28.18% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.35% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 31.06% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 5.06% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 5.12% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.18% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | - | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 25.14% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | - | 42.71% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | - | 18.9% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | - | 10.33% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | - | 12.19% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 86.06% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 156 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 68.47% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 29.71% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 6.24% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 29.24% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 11.12% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 8.47% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.53% | 2.45% |
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Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 21st Oct 2024 - 25th Oct 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 21st Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 20th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 26th Oct 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 20th Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
17 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Dean Trust Wigan
Local authority ratio 20 : 1